Former SNP council leader jailed for sexual offences against young men and boys
Summary
Jordan Linden, a former SNP council leader, was sentenced to 18 months in prison after being found guilty of sexual offences against young men and teenage boys. The case revealed that complaints about his behaviour were ignored or downplayed by the SNP, leading to criticism of the party’s handling of the issue.Key Facts
- Jordan Linden was convicted of five sexual assaults and directing unwanted sexual messages to teenagers as young as 14.
- The offences happened over a 10-year period, from 2011 to 2021.
- Linden resigned as leader of North Lanarkshire council in 2022 after allegations surfaced.
- Complaints about Linden’s behaviour were not properly addressed by the SNP.
- Victims reported inappropriate behaviour during events linked to SNP youth groups, including the Scottish Youth Parliament.
- The SNP leader, John Swinney, apologized and ordered an independent review of how complaints are handled.
- Police investigation was extensive and involved many witnesses who viewed Linden as a trusted figure.
- Linden has been placed on the sex offender register following his conviction.
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